Is This is the Police appropriate for children?

"This Is the Police" is a mature crime drama with strong violence, language, and horror elements that make it unsuitable for children. The game involves managing a police department while navigating dark, noir-style storylines with morally complex choices. It's designed for adult players who enjoy detective stories and crime fiction.

What age is This is the Police suitable for?

Our verdict for This is the Police is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is This is the Police safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Strong

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Adventure, Strategy, Simulation, Indie

Released

2016

ESRB Rating

Mature

Available on

Android, Linux, macOS, PC, iOS, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to play

🎁 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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